Posts tagged motherhood
Losing My Sweet Son Beckett with Stephanie Weinert

In this Lent 2022 Catholic podcast Stephanie Weinert shares the story of her son in Heaven, Beckett. Beckett was unexpectedly diagnosed at birth with Down Syndrome, a heart defect and later lung disease. Stephanie shares how God has spoken to her heart and carried her through this experience, including by whispering Psalm 46:5 into her soul, "God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved."

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My Car is My Home for Christ

Meg Hunter-Kilmer is known as "Hobo for Christ." In this Advent podcast, Meg shares how she was called to live out of her car and travel around the country sharing the gift of Christ. Meg is a renowned Catholic speaker and author of multiple books, including Pray for Us: 75 Saints Who Sinned, Suffered and Struggled on Their Way to Holiness.

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Surrendering to Infertility

Jessica found herself sobbing in Saint Monica's Church in New York on her 40th birthday, because she was facing infidelity and infertility. Hear how Jessica surrendered to the Lord's plan for her life and discovered miracles beyond her imagination.

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A Blessed Thanksgiving

Father Jon Meyer, Chaplain of Mamas in Spirt, joins host Lindy Wynne to explore the true meaning of Thanksgiving.

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Focus on Your Faith, Not Your Success

Deacon Charlie Echeverry shares about his experience as a spiritual, biological, adoptive, foster and sponsor father. He shares that our journey is not about being successful in any of the roles we play in life, it's about our faithfulness.

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Moms, Teenagers and Spiritual Warfare with Nadine Sestich

Nadine Sestich shares about a time of heightened spiritual warfare in her family. Nadine explores how it is essential to be aware of how darkness can sneak into the lives of parents and their children to lure them away from God. Mothers must stay vigilant about what they and their children consume and rebuke the devil whenever necessary.

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The Joy of Uganda

Maureen Nunn talks about her time in Uganda and the profound faith she has witnessed in the face of overwhelming poverty. Maureen shares how the Ugandan people seem to have nothing, yet they are filled with the joy of the Lord.

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Six Tips to Cope with Change

Father Jon Meyer, Chaplain of Mamas in Spirit and Host Lindy Wynne share six practices they personally use during significant times of change.

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16 Months in a Detention Center

Amalia Molina Cortina and her husband were detained in a US Detention Center for 16 months while their children were at home alone. Hear how the religious volunteers gave Amalia hope and how she clung to God throughout her ordeal.

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Caring for My Sick Husband

When Leilanie and Michael Marianetti were engaged, Michael was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Hear how Leilanie has been "lavished in grace" by God as she has cared for Michael for twenty-three years.

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I'll Bank My Life on Him

Jenna McAndrew shares the moment she knew Christ is real. This encounter converted Jenna's heart so completely that even during times of spiritual dryness, she will bank her life on Him. Jenna is the host of "A Shower of Roses" podcast.

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The Photo That Changed My Life

Natalie Sanford shares how she and her husband took a leap of faith and adopted older children internationally. Learn the beautiful story of a family and community coming together to love and care for these children in need.

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The Doctors Didn’t Think I'd Ever Walk Again

Hear Antoinette DeLorenzo's miraculous story of learning to walk again after being diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome at thirty-three-years-old. Themes explored are Advent, being paralyzed, critical illness, hearing God's voice, Blessed Mother and God's miracles.

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The Gift of Manhood

James Day talks about the passing of his beloved father and how the weeks of hospice allowed James to open his heart to his personal conversion in the Holy Spirit. Themes explored are Saint Michael the Archangel, Holy Fathers, Saint Joseph, boyhood, manhood, adoption, foster care and fatherhood.

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Keeping it Real

Are you keeping it real with yourself, God and your friends? Are you choosing to serve God every day? Explore these critical questions in a fun and lively conversation with featured guest Karianna Frey. Themes explored are Daily Examen, Examination of Conscience, free will, parenting, motherhood, forgiveness, conversion, Baptism and authenticity.

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Missing My Mom

Raquel lost her dearest companion--her mom--almost eleven years ago. The loss left a a void in Raquel's life that her "yes" to God has begun to fill. Themes explored are motherhood, mother and daughter relationships, maternal mentors, friendship, sisterhood in the Holy Spirit, guidance, loneliness, postpartum anxiety and faith.

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A Hurricane in the Pandemic

Diana, her husband, their five children and her mother left their home and squeezed into a tiny apartment as Hurricane Laura struck Louisiana during the pandemic. Diana shares the aftermath of the hurricane and how she continues to discover God's immense beauty in others throughout this difficult time. Themes explored are God with us, people over ideas, the American spirit, beauty from ashes, spiritual direction and finding God in the messiness.

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Finally Reuniting with My Parents

Featured guest Kathleen Richter shares her story of being raised by her grandparents for a decade in the Philippines, while her parents went in search of a "better life" in America. Themes explored are the Filipino culture, displacement, reunification, immigration, transitioning into a new culture, family, faith, communication, healing, God and praying through song.

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There's No Perfect Mom

Featured guest Danielle Bean encourages moms to embrace their vocations of motherhood, know there is no such thing as a “perfect mom” and let go of the pressure to achieve more.

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God Heals Us in Our Woundedness

Featured Guest Melanie Owens shares her personal story about healing childhood wounds and creating whole and healthy marriages. Melanie encourages listeners to read "Be Healed" by Dr. Bob Schuchts and experience God's transformative healing. Melanie and her husband Damon have a vibrant marriage ministry, Joyful Ever After.

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